A stout, greying, uniformed Kusaren enters the Lounge followed by several members of his new crew and a pilot wearing a Blood Dragon uniform with the insignias ripped off. Takara Hakase glimpsed at the 3 Liberty officers and made a small quick bow in respect, he owed his life to these people several times over.
The group quickly took their seats at a table. Takara turned to the waitress, "We'll take a tray... make that 2 trays of Sushi, Large order of fries, A pitcher of your best Ale, 3 Monster Burgers, and a New York Steak- Well done, oh! and Sake if you got it," as the waitress took the orders down, he turned too the members of his group, "I don't know about you guys, but something doesn't sit well with me and any type of fish. Ironic huh? Me, a Kursaran, allergic to fish!" he made a few more jokes as the group laughed at their new captain's humor.
The food arrived, and before too long, the group was laughing and making jabs at one another, as if they've been friends since high school. There's something about good food and good company that always makes for the best experiences.
After their meal was cleared away, they continued to drink and chat about their own history, just as Takara was about to speak when a Liberty Navy officer came over.
"Dragon Pilot, what's your business in Liberty?"
"Eh?" said the pilot.
"State your business."
The pilot turned and looked to Hakase, who raised an eyebrow.
The Naval Officer was growing impatient, "I'm waiting for your story."
The pilot sighed, " My name is Mitsuru Takahata, named First Officer of the LXS 'Aerith' today. I was formaly introduced to Captain Hakase in the Kusari Naval Force before the Kusari-Bretonian War. I resigned from my post in the KNF in protest of the war. Captain Hakase left the region, and not long after, I joined the Dragons. Three days ago, my on patrol, I came across Hakase's ship. He took me in, and made it look like i was killed in combat."
the Navy officer looked quizicaly at Hakase, "You trust this man?"
"With my life, sir, just as I my life with yours."
The officer made one final glance over then left, Hakase leaned in closer to his party, "Mitsuru -san, we may have to get you a knew uniform."